Calendula

Asteraceae

COOL-SEASON bloomer — fills the early spring and fall gaps when other flowers aren't blooming. Frost-tolerant. Attracts aphids, whiteflies, thrips AWAY from vegetables (trap crop). Attracts ladybugs, lacewings, hoverflies, minute pirate bugs. Research shows nematode suppression intercropped with carrots. Edible petals. Self-seeds readily.

At a Glance

Days to Maturity

50–60 days

Sun

6+ hours

Container

Yes

Height

1–2 ft

Zone Planting Guide

Your USDA Zone:

Growing Guide

Germination

Germination Time 7–14 days

Optimal Temp 60°F

Watering

Needs Moderate

Resilience

Heat: Medium Cold: Medium Drought: Medium

Nutrition

Feeding Intensity Light feeder

Harvest

Flowers/foliage at desired stage

Sources

research Multiple sources university_extension NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

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Calendula Planting Dates by Zone

Planting dates for Calendula vary by USDA hardiness zone. Select your zone below for frost dates, start-indoors timing, and a full monthly planting calendar.

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